RCP57's first King...

[Espeefan]

Nice work Reg. Girls never like the smell of paint for some reason. I don't know why, but that's a good looking truck. Magnets seems like a great way to go for the tailgate latch. These boxes look really nice. Do you use a box and pan brake to form the outside walls?

[RCP57]

The box on the truck in the pictures is "borrowed" so there won't be a cab guard on it but the box that I have at the powder coaters does and you are right, the pipes do look less out of place.

I think maybe my wife was upset with the smell because the truck isn't painted her favourite color...come to think of it the truck was her favourite color before I painted it...hmmm

I use self made dies(spelling) to press out the side panels. One shot, all done! I don't have the skills required to make two of the same if I had to make all those bends with a box/pan brake. I do however make the rest of it this way.

More pics later!

[RCP57]

I made up a couple different pieces for the rear end today. What's the favourite?





and I installed my stock KH brake lights into this one.


Let me know what you think.

[vicstag]

Would like to see the one on left in top pic with lights but they all look incredible

[Espeefan]

Originally Posted by RCP57

The box on the truck in the pictures is "borrowed" so there won't be a cab guard on it but the box that I have at the powder coaters does and you are right, the pipes do look less out of place.

I think maybe my wife was upset with the smell because the truck isn't painted her favourite color...come to think of it the truck was her favourite color before I painted it...hmmm

I use self made dies(spelling) to press out the side panels. One shot, all done! I don't have the skills required to make two of the same if I had to make all those bends with a box/pan brake. I do however make the rest of it this way.

More pics later!

Reg, did you machine your die out of aluminum or steel? That's a great way to go, when you want to make duplicate parts. I did the same for my fuel tank straps, after I made 4 by hand and they all ended up being a different length and having different sized eyelets. Drove me crazy, and then I thought, why I don't I make a die....

[RCP57]

The die set is made from mild steel so it should last for a while. I would like to build another set with a different shape but need to see some of my investment come back first. Only the ribs get formed in the die leaving me to adjust the height a little with the top and bottom 90's.

[Ken Orme]

I like your rig. Very realistic.

A lot of the times when I make parts it takes me more time to make the fixtures than it does to make the parts.

My problem when I want to make the part again I forget where I put the fixture.

Ken

[tc1cat]

Great looking truck!! Both of the shorter bumpers look the best to me. Most of the bumpers that I see are painted black. This would make a very big difference in the look of the bumper. ?? for you- what are you using to make the notch for the frame in the bumpers?

[Trucker_Jo]

I like the drop down bumper if you are going for a more custom look for sure. But the shorter plate painted black would look killer too for that work truck look

[RCP57]

Thanks guys. I just use my bandsaw to cut out the notch for the frame. Not the cleanest way to do it but it's the fastest way with the tools I have.

I got the box back from the powder coaters today so I painted up the mounts and stuck the truck together for some photos. I am still waiting for some stuff to come in the mail that will make it run but I wanted to see what it looked like. The color I chose turned out to be a little different than what I imagined but overall I really like the powder coat. It hides some imperfections and doesn't show finger prints every time I touch it like the aluminum does.

Let me know what you think!


















Thanks for lookin!

[bigpipespete]

WOW ! That looks amazing Reg. I think it depends where you live as to what style you might like. I know for myself i like our style dumpbox and rear bumper ( as pictured above ) All i can say Reg is i hope you do very well with your new venture and keep one for me until April ! Mike

[RCLogger]

I am speechless again Reg ! _ \|~<>€£¥ -/:;()&

Greg

[tracksntreadslou]

Reg you dont %$#& around do you bud..wish could build that fast ..once again good work

[steamer]

For doing such fabulous work, I've sent you a great TGIF, enjoy.

[Lil Giants]

Stacks are still too tall Reg... some operators, ya know?! you're just baiting 'em to take 'em off.

Powdercoat turned out pretty sweet!

Would bead blasting the aluminum give a similar effect? I remember what your KW axles looked like.

I see now how your tailgate lock works for a positive release. Genius

Horizontal ribs have always been my preference too Pete, that's what's common around here too.

[RCP57]

Originally Posted by oztruck

Very fine conversion. The fit, quality of workmanship, and overall finish is very professional. Well done keep the ideas coming.

Chris

Thanks very much Chris. I think the powder coat makes it look much more professional and complete than leaving it raw.

Originally Posted by bigpipespete

WOW ! That looks amazing Reg. I think it depends where you live as to what style you might like. I know for myself i like our style dumpbox and rear bumper ( as pictured above ) All i can say Reg is i hope you do very well with your new venture and keep one for me until April ! Mike

Thanks Mike! Let me know when you need it and I will have one ready!

Originally Posted by RCLogger

I am speechless again Reg ! _ \|~<>€£¥ -/:;()&

Greg

Thanks Greg, I'm just trying to keep up!

Originally Posted by tracksntreadslou

Reg you dont %$#& around do you bud..wish could build that fast ..once again good work

Do you wish yours was powder coated? I do.

Originally Posted by steamer

For doing such fabulous work, I've sent you a great TGIF, enjoy.

Thanks for the reward Rob. Those quality videos are always too short!

Originally Posted by Lil Giants

Stacks are still too tall Reg... some operators, ya know?! you're just baiting 'em to take 'em off.

Powdercoat turned out pretty sweet!

Would bead blasting the aluminum give a similar effect? I remember what your KW axles looked like.

I see now how your tailgate lock works for a positive release. Genius

Horizontal ribs have always been my preference too Pete, that's what's common around here too.

Yeah I will probably take the pipes off with the first bucket of dirt!

I think the powder coat looks great although it looks more 70's disco in person. Next time I will choose a less metallic color. I think bead blasting will just make them look chalky and attract stains. Should I take yours in before they go in the mail?

The gate release works good in theory but not as good in reality. It is hard to get the geometry right with my current setup.

Big thanks to everybody for commenting!

[plow jockey]

That is a clean looking build!! Great job on the screw drive! Love the look of the dump bed. Awesome job!!

[RCP57]

I got some goodies in the mail today! The package contained enough parts to get this up and moving so I took the afternoon off from box building and got to installing the ESC, battery and adjusting everything. I still need to mount some things inside the cab but at least it drives!

http://youtu.be/Yj8IrfJIan0

[Supermario]

The truck looks great Reg! You are adjusting well going from scratch builder to assembling pre fabs
I like your choice of colour but when I saw it , the first thing that came to mind is.... Where's the green and white?
Have you considered duplicating the 850 paint scheme and logo onto your KH ?
I think that would look sharp

Mario

[RCP57]

Originally Posted by Supermario

The truck looks great Reg! You are adjusting well going from scratch builder to assembling pre fabs
I like your choice of colour but when I saw it , the first thing that came to mind is.... Where's the green and white?
Have you considered duplicating the 850 paint scheme and logo onto your KH ?
I think that would look sharp

Mario

Thanks Mario. I am adjusting but it is definitely not the same feeling of accomplishment. They are a cool little truck though for sure and it's a great platform to make custom pieces for.

I had thought about painting this the same color combo as the big 850 but didn't want to put the effort in that the multi colored paint job requires. When I get around to building a cab from aluminum it will get a more "vintage logger" paint scheme...Until then Ford, chrome yellow it is!...I can't believe I used a Ford color...lol